Southern Oregon Indian Center is holding a “Fry Bread & Friends” fundraiser on Saturday, April 25th from 5pm – 8pm at the Fruitdale Grange, 1440 Parkdale Drive, in Grants Pass. This event supports culture, community, and traditions. Native Indian crafts will be for sale. Vendor booths are available for $10. Contact Teresa for details 541-295-5606.
Bear Creek Stewardship Day
Bear Creek Stewardship Day (in honor of Earth Day) is looking for volunteers to pick up trash and help with other maintenance activities on Saturday April 25th from 9am until Noon. Cleanup will take place at McAndrews, Lynn Newbry park, and Wranglers Arena. For more information call 541-423-1371.
Grants Pass Garden Club Plant Sale
The Grants Pass Garden Club is holding their annual plant sale on Saturday, April 25th from 9am to 3pm at the Josephine County Fairgrounds (Floral Building). This event is open to the public.
Saturday & Sunday, April 25th and 26th
Hanley Farms Annual Plant Sale
Hanley Farms presents its annual heritage plant sale, Saturday and Sunday, April 25th and 26th from 11am – 3pm at 1053 Hanley Rd in Central Point. Admission is Free. For more information call 541-622-2025.
Friday, May 1st
Caveman Eagles Open House
The Caveman Eagles of Grants Pass is hosting a public open house on Friday, May 1st at 3PM with the members hosting a free potluck at 5pm, an 8-ball tournament at 6pm, and live music & dancing at 7pm. For more information call 707-495-4383.
Saturday, May 2nd
Hearts with a Mission "Superhero Run"
The 11th annual Hearts with a Mission “Superhero Run” (celebrating local heroes and first responders) will be Saturday, May 2nd at Valley of the Rogue State Park. Participants of all ages are invited to join the race. For more info call 541-203-0210.
Sunday, May 3rd
Josephine County March for Life
The Josephine County annual March for Life will be Sunday, May 3rd at 1pm. The event starts at the Josephine County Courthouse at 1:30pm with a rally at 2pm in Riverside Park.
Saturday, May 9th
Wine Stroll
There will be a wine stroll held in downtown Grants Pass, Saturday, May 9th from 2pm to 6pm. Downtown businesses will host wineries, vendors, and yummy bites. Participants stroll from location to location. Tickets can be purchased at: the Chamber Visitor Center or online at grantspasschamber.org. $50 pre-sale or $55 the day of.
Grants Pass Rotary Track Meet
The 76th annual Grants Pass Rotary Track Meet will be held Saturday, May 9th at Grants Pass High School (on Russ Warner field). Gates open at 8:30am and the event begins at 10am. Food trucks and refreshments will be available.
Saturday, May 16th
Celebrating the Arts and Silent Auction Event
Rogue Valley Performing Arts Alliance presents their 2nd annual “Celebrating the Arts & Silent Auction” event, Saturday, May 16th at the Grants Pass High School Performing Arts Center. Doors open at 5:30pm. Show starts at 6:30pm. Tickets can be purchased at www.rvpaa.com or at the door.
BBQ Competition and Chili Cook-Off
The Myrtle Creek 3rd annual Fly-In Pig BBQ competition and chili cook-off will be held, Saturday & Sunday, May 16th and 17th at the Myrtle Creek municipal airport (I-5 exit 106). For more information visit flyinpig.org or search for “fly-in pig bbq” on Facebook.
Announcements
American Legion Monthly Events
American Legion Grants Pass Post 28 is holding their Legion Market Breakfasts every Saturday in April from 9-11am (prices vary depending on order). They are also hosting 3-Ball Tournaments every Tuesday and Wednesday (with a $5 buy in). All proceeds benefit American Legion Grants Pass Post 28 Veteran programs. For info on any of these events, call 541-474-6400.
Second Friday Poetry Reading
Grants Pass Museum of Art, 229 SW G Street, is hosting their Second Friday Poetry Sharing every second Friday of the month from 7pm to 9pm. These events are free to the public and all are welcome to come read or just listen to poetry. Donations are welcome. For more information or to find out current month's theme please call 541-479-3290.
American Legion Taco Tuesdays
American Legion Grants Pass Post 28 is having Taco Tuesdays. They will be serving tacos with a choice of beef or chicken, along with lettuce, tomatoes, cheese, and onions. $4 for two tacos, $2 for each additional. Tacos will be served from 2-7 p.m. each Tuesday at 206 NW F Street. Call 541-474-6400 for more information.
Better Breathers Support Group
The Better Breathers Support Group hold meetings the first Monday of each month from 2pm to 3:30pm in the Asante Outpatient Center, 537 Union Ave. in Grants pass (4th floor, conference room 4). Meetings include guest speakers and refreshments. To learn more, call Zona at 541-472-7139.
Southern Oregon Amateur Radio Club
Southern Oregon Amateur Radio Club meets every 3rd Tuesday of the month at the Fruitdale Grange, 1440 Parkdale Dr. Starts at 6:00pm and is open to the public.
Fruitdale Grange Monthly Bunco Group
Fruitdale Grange, 1440 Parkdale Drive, is hosting a monthly Bunco group on the 4th Friday of each month at 5:30pm. Please bring a snack to share. Cost is $10 Per Person and all must be 18 years old to attend. For more info text 541-660-4435.
Emergency Preparedness
Are you prepared for an emergency? Have you made an emergency supply list? Have you signed up with the Disaster Registry? Do you have your Emergency Go-Kit Passport? We have everything you need to do just that. KAJO and KLDR would like to encourage you to be ready; disaster can strike at any time. We have a Handbook for Homeowners titled "Before Wildfire Strikes." We also have information on "Living on Shaky Ground; How to Survive Earthquakes and Tsunamis." We are open Monday through Friday 8am to 5pm and Saturday 8am to noon, at 888 Rogue River Highway in south Grants Pass.
